South Tyneside cancer care ranked among the best in the NHS according to patient survey
Cancer treatment in the region’s NHS Trust has been ranked among England’s best according to a patient survey.
Cancer care across South Tyneside and Sunderland is rated amongst the best in the NHS based on a new patient survey.
The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey for 2025, shows patients rate their overall care at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust as 9 out of 10.
This is above the national NHS average and in the top 35% of all Trusts nationally.
The feedback, from over 900 local patients, is about their experience of diagnosis, treatment and support.
A total of 92% of patients felt their whole care team worked well together at STSFT and 90% said the administration of their care (how it was organised) was very good or good.
The Trust achieved better than expected results in a total of 19 areas of cancer care. This included how sensitively diagnoses are communicated, the support provided by care teams, access to information about treatment side effects, and how effectively services work together to coordinate care.
Caroline Tweedie, the Trust’s Macmillan Lead Cancer Nurse, said: “We want to thank every patient who took the time to share their views. Behind every response is someone who has gone through, or is still having, cancer care. We are with them, and their loved ones, every step of the way.
“This survey asks people lots of questions and this helps guide us on where we need to improve care even further.
“We are proud that our patients continue to recognise the high-quality care and support they receive from us throughout their cancer journey. We’re also delighted to see we performed better than the national scores across so many areas.
“These results reflect the dedication, compassion and professionalism of our cancer teams. They work hard to make sure every patient feels informed, supported and cared for at every stage of their cancer experience."
Following feedback about parking difficulties when attending chemotherapy appointments, dedicated parking spaces have been introduced and can now be booked through the Trust’s Cancer Information Centres.
The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey is carried out every year across England. The 2025 data was released on Thursday, July 16.